Travel adapter from Mexico to Suriname — do you need one?

Q: What plug is used in Suriname?

Suriname uses Type A and Type B plugs at 110 V, 60 Hz.

Compare the plug shapes, voltage and frequency in Mexico and Suriname, and find out which adapter you need before you travel.

No adapter needed

Good news — Mexico and Suriname both use the same plug shape and compatible voltage. You can plug your devices straight into the wall in Suriname without an adapter or converter.

Mexico (home)

Type A Two flat parallel pins 100–127V Type B Two flat pins + round ground 100–127V

Suriname (destination)

Type A Two flat parallel pins 100–127V Type B Two flat pins + round ground 100–127V

Electrical specifications in Suriname

Voltage

Mexico 127 V

Suriname 110 V

Match

Frequency

Mexico 60 Hz

Suriname 60 Hz

Match

More about plugs in Suriname

In Suriname, the standard power plug is Type A and Type B. The country runs on 110 volts at 60 Hz. That means wall sockets in Suriname can be one of 2 different shapes — Type A, Type B, and your plug needs to physically match the socket to fit.

Full Suriname plug guide